Description
A simple guide for beginners on weekly meal prep to save time and eat healthier.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 4 pieces
- Brown rice – 2 cups
- Broccoli – 2 cups
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Mixed herbs – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breast with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and mixed herbs.
- Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, rinse the brown rice and cook it according to package instructions.
- Steam the broccoli until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once everything is cooked, portion the chicken, rice, and broccoli into meal prep containers.
- Let the containers cool before sealing and refrigerating.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Add your favorite sauces for more flavor.
- Store meals in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep
- Method: Baking and steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meal
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Weekly meal prep for beginners